Maser group strikes landmark investment deal with Zimbabwe

 Maser group CEO, Prateek, met with Zimbabwe’s First Lady, Auxillia Mnangagwa, alongside Ambassador Lovemore Mazemo. [Courtesy]

Maser Group, one of Africa’s fastest-growing private investors, has unveiled an ambitious expansion into Southern Africa following a high-level meeting with Zimbabwean authorities held in the Gulf.

The company’s CEO, Prateek, alongside Ambassador Lovemore Mazemo and Zimbabwe’s First Lady Auxillia Mnangagwa, sealed a wide-ranging investment agreement that could significantly transform Zimbabwe’s economic landscape.

Already a dominant force in infrastructure, mining, logistics, and technology across West and Central Africa, Maser is now setting its sights on Zimbabwe — a country rich in resources but historically undercapitalised.

At the heart of the discussions was a multi-sector blueprint to inject capital and expertise into Zimbabwe’s mining, education, and urban development sectors. The government has formally invited Maser’s leadership to Harare, granting them access to strategic mining allocations and land for the development of a global-standard university.

“This isn’t charity. This is vision meeting capital,” said Vikram S., Head of Media and Legal Affairs at Maser Group. “Zimbabwe understands that transformation isn’t driven by aid but by investment. Maser is here to lead that charge.”

Maser’s initial focus will be on major infrastructure upgrades in Harare, including urban renewal projects, clean energy integration, and improved logistics systems. With several proposals already approved, the group is positioning itself to become Zimbabwe’s largest foreign private investor within the next three years.

Simultaneously, its philanthropic arm is pushing ahead with plans for a flagship pan-African university. The institution is expected to serve as a hub for innovation and leadership, offering academic excellence tied directly to Maser’s growing footprint across the continent.

“This isn’t just a transaction,” said Prateek. “It’s about creating opportunities. Africa doesn’t need saviours — it needs strong, reliable partners. That’s the role we’re here to play.”

The Zimbabwe initiative is part of Maser’s broader strategy to shift Africa’s development paradigm — one that moves away from dependency and embraces purpose-driven partnerships. The group has already established a strong presence in Nigeria, Ghana, and other key markets by blending capital investment with policy engagement.

The meeting with Zimbabwe’s First Lady also underscored Maser’s growing diplomatic clout, with the group now regarded as a credible player at the intersection of business and policy across Africa.